This talk will focus on the benefits and importance of cultivating mindfulness and compassion in order to meet the challenges of working with people who are seeking asylum and balancing this with compassionate self-care. Altruistic compassion for 'others' as a way of being open and present to their suffering, and how self-compassion can prevent burn-out and compassion fatigue.

The Victorian Foundation for Survivors of Torture (also known as Foundation House) is committed to child safety. We are committed to promoting and protecting the interests and safety of children and this is reflected in our organisational policies, protocols and staff development.